Bible Dictionary
Thessalonians, Second Epistle To The
Second Thessalonians was written by Paul to correct misunderstandings about the day of Christ and to address disorderly conduct among some believers. It encourages perseverance and explains that certain events precede the Lord’s coming.
Biblical Usage
The epistle teaches that the day of Christ is not already present and that events must precede the Lord’s coming. It also responds to unauthorized use of Paul’s name and preserves his authority among the believers.
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